The Sertoma Club's largest fundraiser of the year, Loveland Loves BBQ, Bands and Brews is back July 11-12. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County and House of Neighborly Service.

And if you really don't care for barbecue, great restaurants are nearby on Fourth Street to fulfill your foodie needs.

"We want this event to be the talk of the town. We like to think this is one of Loveland's biggest events downtown," said George Lee, a member of the Sertoma Club and event committee.

The event will run 3-10 p.m. Friday, July 11, and 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, July 12.

Like last year, volunteers will sell tokens that customers can use in lieu of cash for vendors. While the children's events accepted cash last year, those vendors also will be on the token system this year. Tokens are $1 each. Average meals, including chips and a side, run $7-$10, said John Egbert, a Sertoma Club member.

Lewis Finch with Plumb Loco was instrumental in setting up the music lineup.

"We try to get a great mixture of music so it appeals to everyone," said Jamie Moyer, event organizer. She noted that many bands want to perform at the festival, and those that don't make the lineup one year are put on a waiting list for the next year.

Moyer said there will be children's amusements to provide the family flare that is so important to the barbecue festival. Activities likely will include a bouncy castle and giant plastic bubbles on water (picture gerbil balls, only with giggling children instead of gerbils).